BRETT SCHNEID
Santa Monica,CA
Summary
Innovative educator specializing in curriculum design and social-emotional learning. Developed and implemented programs that foster student leadership and engagement. Managed technology integration to enhance classroom experiences and support diverse learners. Focused on empowering students and promoting emotional intelligence within educational environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Teacher
Sycamore Community School
Santa Monica
08.2023 - Current
- Developed curriculum for 7th and 8th grade, focusing on engaging learning strategies.
- Led 7th grade as lead teacher, facilitating daily 30-minute homeroom classes centered on social-emotional learning.
- Taught history for grades 6-8 and science for grades 7-8 through discussion-based methods.
- Supported diverse learners, including neurodivergent students, in a small cohort environment.
- Initiated student-created school newspaper elective to foster creativity and communication skills.
- Coordinated with external educators to successfully implement sexual and drug education programs.
- Managed technology for K-8 iPads, ensuring organized devices and effective app management.
- Contributed to school's initial WASC accreditation process as a co-leader.
Teacher
Calvary Christian School
Pacific Palisades, USA
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Taught 5th grade English language arts, fostering critical reading and writing skills.
- Instructed 5th grade math, enhancing students' problem-solving abilities.
- Delivered a mixed curriculum of history, speech, debate, and government for grades 6-8 as a long-term math substitute.
- Designed and facilitated a weekly mentorship group for 5th grade boys, promoting emotional intelligence and character development.
- Created and implemented a co-educational human development course for 7th grade, integrating brain biology and teamwork.
- Led an 8th grade leadership program over three years, empowering students to deliver weekly announcements and engage with the school community.
Emergency Medical Technician
McCormick Ambulance Service
Compton, USA
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Assessed and treated patients effectively using knowledge of trauma response physiology and medical emergencies.
- Provided emergency medical care in high-pressure situations to ensure patient stability.
- Facilitated communication with patients’ families and medical teams during critical incidents for coordinated care.
Medical Scribe & ICU Volunteer
St. John's Hospital
Santa Monica, USA
05.2015 - 08.2019
- Recorded detailed physician-patient interactions to support care in ICU
- Earned the medical scribe position following six months of dedicated volunteer service.
- Contributed to research on neurobiology and stress response, enhancing clinical understanding
Education
Master's of Education - Elementary & Middle School Education
Arizona State University
08-2023
Bachelor of Science - Integrated Social Sciences
The Pennsylvania State University
08-2022
Skills
- Curriculum design for grades 6-8
- Responsive classroom integration
- Behavior intervention and discipline leadership
- Student leadership development
- Public speaking facilitation
- WASC accreditation collaboration
- Technology management for education
- Educational technology platforms
Certification
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Timeline
Teacher
Sycamore Community School
08.2023 - Current
Teacher
Calvary Christian School
08.2020 - 06.2023
Emergency Medical Technician
McCormick Ambulance Service
06.2018 - 08.2020
Medical Scribe & ICU Volunteer
St. John's Hospital
05.2015 - 08.2019
Master's of Education - Elementary & Middle School Education
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Integrated Social Sciences
The Pennsylvania State University